Subaru 1978-2018Change

awesome car with the legendary boxer engine. Handles like a dream and very easy to drive and park. Power windows, locks and mirrors. Comes with ac, tilt steering, a/c . cruise control and of course the roof rack for travelling.

I've had my hatchback for 5+ years. No buyers regret. Going to drive it into the ground.

The amazing:
Cargo room! got 2 bikes, few cases of beer, and bookshelf
AWD with winter tires saved my life a couple times
5 speed manual transmission are solid as a rock

The Good:
Reliable. I had a electrical problem with my front turn signals in year 2, got it fixed...otherwise no issues.
I like the look of my car
It's a comfortable cabin, soft bolstered seats.
The 2.5L boxer has enough power to do most things even light towing

The Bad:
Fuel economy, highway was decent 7L/100km, city driving though 11ish
Cabin materials, hard plastics everywhere
The entertainment system was underwhelming. I didn't get the NAV cause when I tested it was lo-res, laggy, and AWFUL

This is our 7th Subaru vehicle we have owned. We have owned this 2009 Subaru Outback 2.5i LTD AWD vehicle for 4 years and have thoroughly been satisfied with all aspects of this vehicle with the exception that the Gas mileage could be a lot better, more leg room would help and lower the new car price to be more competitive and affordable!

Sorry Subie! Great ride for long distances, hard to beat at high speed cruising, super-smooth 6 cylinder boxer that revs to the redline with no qualms, tough car for carrying really heavy loads, takes on most terrains regular family cars would get stuck on, saved us from many tricky road situations (ice, snow, heavy rain) with surefooted handling, but after 150K so many things started to go wrong at great expense - shafts that wore out (both front and central one going to rear. $2k+), bearings that whined (changed 2 so already $500+). Small electrical issues (hatch solenoid, rear wipers etc.) and several small bits of broken plastic trim.
Four wheel drive and boxer engine layout takes a toll on cabin space - there's little more room inside than a Honda Civic, except maybe wider a little. Large trunk swallows almost anything though.
Drank like a sailor (13l/100km city mostly, could never get it below 10l/100km even on long lightfooted cruises). I'm sure I actually saw the fuel needle moving down visibly before as I accelerated on highways!
Totaled by a stupid truck with a heavy bullhorn recently.
Overall, I will miss this car in spite of its quirkiness. Loads of character. It's a great car but be prepared to pay to keep it going.

this vehicle is for the individual who wants the most out of their driving experience.
it takes the perfect amount of power and weight to make something truly special that can be enjoyed and driven year round.
if your in the aftermarket culture their are also many options available for customization to make the car truly your own personalized experience.

I'm going to start by saying I've owned 3 or 4 Subaru's. Ranging from 2002-2010. This is by far the most reliable one I have owned (2004). It currently has 347,000km on it. All original with the only real repairs being Water Pump + Timing Belt at 165,000. Brakes, Oil changes, and an o2 sensor last year.
All winter, flawless handling, nothing will compare. 600KM on a full tank that costs about 40$ to fill. Roof racks to carry snowboards, fold down rear seats with LOTS of cargo room. The motor is not as peppy as the WRX or STi, but it is far from sluggish at 175hp.
I would recommend Subaru to anybody looking for a great Daily driver, or just a temporary winter vehicle.

2003 WRX Wagon. The 3rd Subaru I have owned. Great cars, the AWD is easily the best I've ever experienced. WRX is a punchy little 2.0L boxer. If you drive everyday without really punching the throttle you can easily get 600 KM on a full tank ( about 45$ with 91 Octane). The wagon is extremely helpful and functional as the SEDAN does not have fold down rear seats and the wagon does.
BAD:
Requires 91 Octane fuel or above, Your gas mileage can go from 600 on a full tank to 300 if you are constantly driving it the way it wants to be driven ;). Sporty but functional.
Head gaskets seem to be a problem on these Subaru's if they are abused.
I also have a 2004 Forester with 347,000km and all original with NO REPAIRS except brakes, oil changes, and an o2 sensor.

This has been my favourite car to own. It is fun to drive and has never let me down...excellent winter car. It starts up easily at any winter temperature and handles snow and ice conditions with no problems.

Excellent car, engine, transmission etc all great.
Ideal car for the winter, and excellent power.

Best Car I have ever owned. It's got room for the family, but can handle the windy back roads like a sports car. Great in the snow.

After buying the Tribeca used and driving it for 4 years (117,000km total), I can say that it has been comfortable, versatile and very low maintenance. Fuel consumption is mediocre, but it is a much quicker vehicle with a more advanced AWD system than most comparables. Nothing has broken and the regular dealer maintenance is cheaper than other imports (especially German). Despite the good ground clearance , the suspension setup is happier on the road and gets quite choppy on rough surfaces, unlike other Subarus that are just as happy off-road. Rear seat room is limo-like if you forget about using the 3rd row. Solid vehicle.

A excellent performance car, with an award winning all-wheel drive system what more can I ask for durning winter. Come summer I miss my RWD. The WRX STi is the perfect mix of street driving race car. Plenty of power around town but can be a pain using the stiff clutch in heavy traffic. Lots of space and comfort for 3 adult passengers (4 occupants total). Sound system is fantastic on the Sport-Tech package but needs the benefit of a tuned EQ setting or a new head unit to control the sound all-together once the sound is harnessed the speakers sing.

Very bad with high kilometer, very expensive in maintenance especially in labor. Do not recommend higher kilometer than 150.000, I would say less than 100.000 should be fine but still "very high in gas"! Rather than that it is a good car.

Second owner, this is a very sporty, safe and reliable vehicle. Well engineered and seems to be designed for travelling comfort. We have taken this car on short trips of several hours and it is pleasant to drive and travel in. Definitely a 5* vehicle for us.

Normally, I have changed vehicles every 2-4 years. This has been a favorite from the first time I drove it. It has been the best vehicle to get me through snow filled streets in comfort.

Superior handling, especially for winter driving. Very safe, holds the road really well in turns, and brakes fast and straight. Comfortable leather seats, lots of storage room with back seats reclined. Non-skid mat keeps stored items stable. Heat and air conditioning keep the interior very comfortable. Especially appreciate the heated front seats in cold weather.

We took delivery of our 2016 Outback Limited 3.6R a couple of weeks ago. Very nice vehicle overall. One misconception is the tires that came with the vehicle. Right up to the time we took delivery we were under the impression from 2015 Limited models and website tire information that it was due to have Goodyear Eagles but instead it came with the lesser tires of the Touring model (Goodrich Duelers). So the performance is not as good and the snow and wet traction reviews on the Goodrich are not even close to the Goodyear. I assume the reason is the Dealerships get the customers to purchase snow tire packages. In my eyes not a good move.

Purchased new in 2000. This is the best vehicle I have owned. It has 261,000 km. 2.5 liter engine, AWD. It has never failed me. Very reliable, does not burn oil or leak oil. Front drive axles replaced a year ago. Body has rust above rear wheels. Interior showing age. Front seats electrically heated. No problems with transmission, engine, cooling system. Dealer serviced for most of it's life.

I own a 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring Model with manual transmission. It is a great vehicle. This is my 2nd Subaru Forester. However, be aware of the additional maintenance cost of putting 1 quart (~1 liter) of oil for every 1200 miles (~2000 kms). This is what Subaru considers normal. Reference Subaru bulletin TSB 02-157-14R and there are numerous articles online regarding this.

It is a great vehicle. It is a comfortable ride and handles well (I live in an area where there is winter). I just wish I knew about the "normal" oil consumption prior to purchasing it as my first ever new vehicle.

I'm not trying to scare anyone off from purchasing this vehicle. It is a great vehicle. I just want to ensure that everyone factors this into their budget of ongoing maintenance costs.

Please note that the 1 star for performance and reliability are strictly related to what I deem excessive oil consumption rate. It might seem normal to others. Other than that I would have given it a 5 in both categories.

bought the 6 speed. Three years out, have to replace the transmission. My last vehicles' transmission lasted more than 10 years so it isn't driver malfunction.

Within one month of buying the car, the blue tooth bit the dust.

10 months after purchase, the steering wheel stereo controls started not working sometimes. 2 years later, none of the stereo controls on the steering wheel still work and the cruise control buttons are starting to crap out.

Who cares if all this is still covered under warranty, a brand new car should not spend this much time in the shop.

Dependable , reliable and fun to drive especially in winter.
I own the four door sedan 2.5i sport and think that the styling is so much nicer than the hatch. Never had any issues with the car in the three years that I've owned it.

Have had a great experience so far, nothing can stop this thing if you know how to handle a manual transmission. Very rewarding experience to have in S# and Track Mode to fell the full potential. The R&D shows in the engineering of the performance aspects of the vehicle that is where the car shines and majority of money was allotted to.

Reliable, fast car. Turbo gives lots of passing power when needed. AWD makes it a great choice in Canadian winters, I've never gotten stuck in the snow. Excellent handling and great fuel economy. Surprising amount of cargo space especially with seats folded. Would highly recommend!

Firing up the turbo charged 265hp engine always gives me a huge grin! This car is on rails through the corners. One of the few remaining driver's cars with manual transmission. It is good on fuel when you ask it to be (consumption <8.5 L/100km is easy to achieve on the highway). The car has a lot of room for you and your friends. Hopefully they like spirited driving...

Fun to drive, enough space and quality construction and components make this car great transportation. Good fuel economy with conservative driving habits. Brakes and tires have both lasted over 110,000km.